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Had orif for nonunion 3rd metatarsal. how long for recovery? surgeon says there's a chance it won't work and have to go again- chances?

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No surgery guarantee: There is always a chance it won't heal, but if done well, the odds are in your favor assuming you don't smoke. Recovery can be 6 mos to a year before 100%

Answered 10/26/2015

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Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Varies incredibly: depends on the size of the gap healing has to fill and the ability to heal it. diabetics, weak bones, low vitamin D or calcium, nerve damage in the area, bad circulation all make it rough to heal. AND if it didn't already heal that is an indicator of problems.

Answered 10/22/2015

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